VIKINGS FREE AGENCY 2010(updated from the start of the free-agent period to the start of training camp in July)

RATING SYSTEM

Viking Update ranks its FREE AGENTS with the following guidelines based on our assessment of the players:

= All-Pro quality player, player deserving but league depth at position keeps player back. = Would start for most teams, elevated growth/fringe All-Pro. = Starting quality, average to slightly above average player. = Solid to serviceable player, backup for most teams. = Roster bubble long-shot, special
teams only type contributor, no defined role in
position.

Unrestricted Free Agents

Chester
Taylor

RB

Signed with Chicago for four years, $12.5
million with $7 million guaranteed.

Artis
Hicks

OL

Signed with Washington for three years, $9
milllion.

Benny
Sapp

CB

Signed with the Vikings for two years, up to
$4.5 million with $1.5 million guaranteed.